Lead Programmer - AppDev

Key Responsibilities Lead a team of software developers in the development of full-stack solutions and mobile applications to service the needs of CCV Departments and Ministries Mentor and lead the team in the application of best practices and industry standard design patterns for the development of customer-facing websites and applications using HTML, JavaScript, .NET, SQL and Python. Stakeholder Needs Analysis: Work closely with stakeholders, ministry partners, project managers, and creative designers to understand requirements and translate them into effective solutions that can be delivered in a timely manner. Oversee Azure cloud systems architecture and design per industry-standard  best practices.  Ensure optimal and efficient utilization of cloud resources at all times. Ensure that all systems supported maintain “Secure by Design” principles and hold to best practices for authentication and authorization, and data protection. Support core business system integrations with our Azure Fabric (data lake) including FMS, HRMS, CHMS and Procurement systems. API Design & Integration: Develop robust APIs in C# to support client applications and enable seamless communication across platforms. Collaboration: Foster strong partnerships with cross-functional teams, including Ministry Partners, Department Directors, and the Visual Arts Team to maintain healthy communications, manage expectations, and ensure alignment of technical outcomes with strategic direction from leadership. Programming: Write high-quality source code, delivering complete, functional applications within established deadlines. Inspire Excellence in the Team: Continuously assess existing applications to redesign, improve, and integrate new features, keeping CCV’s technology at the cutting edge. Technical Documentation: Develop comprehensive technical documents that accurately represent application design and code for ongoing reference and team knowledge sharing. DevOps Test Automation & Deployment: Utilize industry-standard tools to streamline development and test automation pipelines.  Develop and maintain KPI to track team deliverables and ensure quality of service continually improves. Mentor and lead staff in software development best practices including the application of design patterns, and provide regular code-reviews with team members to drive continuous improvement.  Incident Response: Manage the on-call rotation schedule and participate with the team to promptly address incidents and escalations impacting our digital platforms and provide support to ministry and campus teams as needed.